In a key legal development, Labadi Beach Hotel has withdrawn its request for an interlocutory injunction against Polo Beach Club, marking a significant win for the rapidly growing beachfront venue.
The dispute, centered around a 0.54-acre piece of land, involved Hotel Investments (Ghana) Limited, operators of Labadi Beach Hotel, accusing Polo Beach Club of encroaching on its property.
Initially, the hotel obtained a 10-day interim injunction, preventing Polo Beach Club from operating on the disputed land.
However, when the case returned to court, Labadi Beach Hotel chose to withdraw its application rather than continue with its arguments. As a result, the Land Court dismissed the case and imposed a GH₵4,000 cost against the hotel.
Legal Argument
Polo Beach Club, through its legal counsel, strongly contested the allegations, pointing out inconsistencies in Labadi Beach Hotel’s claims.
The defense argued that the boundaries of the disputed land were unclear, with contradictions between the statement of claim, lease agreement, and land title certificate.
Furthermore, Polo Beach Club highlighted what it viewed as deliberate attempts to stifle its business, stating that Labadi Beach Hotel had sought to portray the club as a nuisance rather than engaging in fair business competition.
With Polo Beach Club growing as a top-tier venue for entertainment, events, and leisure, the company also emphasized the financial and reputational harm an injunction would have caused, urging the court to consider the broader impact on its operations.
Victory for Polo Beach Club
By withdrawing its application, Labadi Beach Hotel effectively conceded this round of the legal battle, ensuring that Polo Beach Club remains fully operational.
The outcome reinforces Polo Beach Club’s standing as a premier beachfront destination, cementing its place in Accra’s vibrant hospitality scene.
While the broader land dispute may still continue, this ruling sends a strong signal that fair business practices and the rule of law must prevail over anything else.
With the injunction dismissed, the focus now returns to delivering world-class experiences at Polo Beach Club.
